The term 'make a face' refers to the various facial expressions that people make in response to different situations. The crossword solutions for this term are POUT (4 letters), MUG (3 letters), GRIMACE (7 letters), WINCE (5 letters), SNEER (5 letters), and MOUE (4 letters). Pouting is a facial expression of displeasure, often accompanied by a downturned mouth. Mugs are facial expressions of surprise or shock, with the mouth wide open. Grimacing is a facial expression of pain or discomfort, usually with a contorted mouth. WINCE is a facial expression of fear or discomfort, often with a squinting of the eyes. Sneering is a facial expression of contempt or disdain, often with a curled lip. MOUE is a facial expression of displeasure or disapproval, often with a pursed lip. Drawing is a facial expression of concentration or focus, often with a furrowed brow.